Lewa Day 4

This morning we took a long rough drive north to a Maasai cultural boma.  On the way we chased an ostrich family with four chicks along the road.  Try as we could, they would not leave the road.  At last, by going off road, we were able to pass.  The beautiful clear sky gave us a spectacular view of Mt Kenya to the south.  Note the Black rhino in the foreground.  At the boma, we were greeted by our guide, a young Maasai warrior, who gave us the history of the community and the area.  We then met a donkey in an oryx mask used in hunting, learned how to shot a bow and arrow (Maddy was the expert), and how to start a fire with a stick.  Maddy participated in a "mock battle" and came away with a small wound as a battle scar.  We watched groups of women and men dance.  Maddy again participated in a game of mancala with the elders.  Our visit ended with "shopping" for bead work and other Masaai curios.  This afternoon has been quiet and relaxing with naps, tea and cake at the lodge and enjoying the warm afternoon breezes.

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